Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,764 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,413
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1247
- Phase 3239
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 367
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment195
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder140
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health98
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University86
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- The University of Hong Kong51
- University of Pennsylvania51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California517
- Massachusetts266
- New York254
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida147
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois103
Recruiting studies7,764 total
- NCT07308561Recruiting
Infertility, quality of life, anxiety and AI attitudes
This study looks at how infertility treatment affects a woman's quality of life, anxiety, and views on artificial intelligence. By asking questions, researchers hope to learn more about women's experiences and feelings during treatment.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–45 - NCT07309484Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle and health study
This study is investigating how everyday habits and lifestyle choices are linked to staying healthy. You will fill out an online questionnaire about your lifestyle.
ZadarAges 18 years+ - NCT07306676Recruiting
PTSD after early miscarriage
This study looks at post-traumatic stress after a miscarriage that happens early in pregnancy (up to 14 weeks). It aims to understand how people feel emotionally and mentally after this experience.
Krakow, MalopolskaAges 18–45 - NCT07306689Recruiting
PTSD after ectopic pregnancy
This study looks at whether people who have had an ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy outside the womb) might experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to understand emotional impacts and may help improve care.
KrakowAges 18–45 - NCT07315074Recruiting
Esketamine for better sleep after surgery in postmenopausal women
This trial tests if a low dose of esketamine, given during anesthesia, can improve sleep quality after lower-limb fracture surgery in postmenopausal women. It aims to find a safe way to help you rest better after your operation.
Jingjiang, JiangsuAges 45 years+ - NCT07314892Recruiting
Psychiatric health and symptom severity in GvHD patients
This study looks at how graft-versus-host disease (a complication after a bone marrow transplant) affects mental health and symptom severity. It aims to understand the connection so that doctors can better support patients.
Gdansk, Pomeranian VoivodeshipAges 18–75 - NCT07314762Recruiting
Support for elderly patients before, during, and after surgery
This trial looks at how to better care for older adults (65+) who are having surgery. It aims to improve their experience and recovery during the time leading up to, during, and after their procedure.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 65 years+ - NCT07313371RecruitingPhase 4
Clonidine for reducing cravings in cocaine and crack users
This trial tests whether the medication clonidine can help reduce cravings for people hospitalized with cocaine or crack use disorder. You must be staying in a specific hospital ward and be able to take pills by mouth.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–65 - NCT06874348Recruiting
Brain scans to understand eating disorders
This study uses functional MRI to observe brain activity at rest in people with anorexia or bulimia. The goal is to learn more about how eating disorders affect the brain.
FlorenceAges 12–40 - NCT04655235Recruiting
Study brain chemical systems in people with schizophrenia
This study looks at brain chemicals involved in “glutamate” and “GABA” signaling in people with schizophrenia (and separately in healthy volunteers). It may help researchers understand what’s going wrong in the brain and guide future treatments.
Aachen, Northrine-WestphaliaAges 18–80 - NCT06155916Recruiting
Sleep and nerve pain: a pregabalin study
This study tests whether a nerve pain medication (pregabalin) helps people with long-term nerve pain sleep better. It involves brain scans to see how the medication affects the brain.
Helsinki, HUSAges 18–75 - NCT06392867Recruiting
Brain stimulation for stubborn depression: intensity study
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) for people with depression that hasn't improved with at least two antidepressants. Researchers want to see if a faster version of TMS (theta-burst stimulation) helps reduce depression symptoms.
Hong KongAges 18–70 - NCT07303907RecruitingPhase 2
DT402 trial for social & communication skills in autism
This trial tests an experimental drug called DT402 to see if it can improve social and communication skills in adults with autism. You may join if you are between 18 and 65, have a confirmed autism diagnosis, and have noticeable social challenges.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07298369Recruiting
Cracking consciousness study with Monroe & Neuphoria
This study tests a new approach to understanding consciousness using digital tools. It might help you if you are curious about your own mind and willing to try new monitoring methods.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07300969RecruitingPhase 2
Testing DT-101 for adults with depression
This trial tests a new medicine called DT-101 to see if it helps people with depression. It is for adults who have had more than one depressive episode in their life.
Bentonville, ArkansasAges 18–75 - NCT06541834Recruiting
Predicting diabetes eye nerve problems with retina scans
This study uses artificial intelligence to analyze retinal images and predict the risk of nerve-related problems caused by diabetes. It may help identify those at risk before symptoms appear.
MilanAges 45 years+ - NCT06625892Recruiting
Fear of movement after heart surgery
This study looks at why some people fear moving after heart surgery and tests a program to help them overcome that fear. It aims to improve recovery and quality of life.
ChanghuaAges 18–100 - NCT06808425Recruiting
Weighted blankets for children with ADHD and sleep issues
This trial tests if weighted blankets help children with ADHD who have trouble sleeping. It looks at how well the blankets work and how easily they can be used in regular care.
Halmstad, Halland CountyAges 6–14 - NCT07302048Recruiting
Mobile pain management support for kids with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a mobile program that helps manage pain in children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple disabilities. It aims to see if the program improves pain relief and works well with their care team.
BrestAges Up to 24 years - NCT07298876Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound for memory and sleep in early Alzheimer's
This study tests if a gentle ultrasound treatment to the brain can help improve memory and sleep quality in people with very early Alzheimer's disease. If you have mild memory issues and trouble sleeping, this low-intensity approach might be a safe option to explore.
Hong Kong, Tai Po DistrictAges 60–85 - NCT07303062Recruiting
Parenting program for teen mental health
This study tests a parenting program designed to improve communication and relationships with teens. It may help parents learn new skills to support their adolescent's mental health.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07299916Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation and virtual reality for anxiety disorders
This trial tests if a combination of non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) and virtual reality meditation can reduce anxiety in people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder or related conditions. It aims to find a new, non-medication way to help manage symptoms.
Hong KongAges 16–70 - NCT07306312Enrolling by invitation
How thoughts affect low back pain with manual therapy
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about your chronic low back pain affect your pain and ability to move, during a course of manual therapy (hands-on treatment by a therapist). It may help you understand if your mindset influences your recovery.
AthensAges 18–65 - NCT07305415Recruiting
Emotion support program for dementia caregivers
This trial tests a program designed to help informal caregivers of people with dementia manage their expressed emotions. If you care for a loved one with dementia and feel emotionally stressed, this program may help you regulate your feelings and improve your caregiving experience.
Hong KongAges 18–100
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,764 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,350 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Mental health” cover here?
- Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We group each study into mental health based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a mental health trial near me?
- Use the search to filter mental health studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.